LAURETH-7- ▸ Emulsifier: oil-in-water emulsifier for cleaners and personal care
- ▸ Solubilizer: solubilizing agent for oils and fragrances in aqueous systems
- ▸ Detergent: nonionic surfactant for liquid cleaning formulations
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Request SDS →Laureth-12 (CAS 3055-97-8) is a lauryl (dodecyl) alcohol ethoxylate with an average of twelve ethylene oxide units, a water-soluble nonionic surfactant. It is used as an emulsifier, solubilizer, and detergent in cleaning and personal-care formulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is another name for laureth?
Laureth is the INCI name for a lauryl (dodecyl) alcohol ethoxylate, also called PEG-12 lauryl ether for Laureth-12. The number indicates the average number of ethylene oxide units per molecule, twelve in this case.
What is Laureth-12 used for?
Laureth-12 is a water-soluble nonionic surfactant used as an emulsifier, solubilizer, and detergent. It emulsifies oils in water and solubilizes oils and fragrances in aqueous cleaning and personal-care formulations.
Is Laureth-12 water soluble?
Yes. With an average of twelve ethylene oxide units, Laureth-12 is a hydrophilic, water-soluble nonionic surfactant, in contrast to lower-EO grades such as Laureth-2 or Laureth-4 that are oil-soluble.
What is the CAS number and formula for Laureth-12?
Laureth-12 has CAS number 3055-97-8 and the representative molecular formula C26H54O8. It classifies under HS code 3402.42 as a non-ionic organic surface-active agent.
How do I order bulk Laureth-12?
RawSource supplies Laureth-12 in drum, tote, and IBC quantities with a CoA and SDS on every shipment. Submit an RFQ with your volume and packaging needs for a current bulk quote.